R. Scott Smith Orthodontics offers flexible payment options to fit your family

With the slow recovery of the U.S. and global economy, Dr. Smith and Dr. Raney know that many of our patients are still trying to conserve money while putting off necessary treatments. We understand that this is a difficult time for many families, and it is a priority of our practice to offer very flexible payment options to fit the needs of our patients.

Our office has made every effort to meet the financial challenges of this economy head-on by creating payment plans to meet our patients' budgets, accepting lower down payments and stretching out monthly payments over two and three years in an effort to make orthodontics affordable for most everyone.

Our team at R. Scott Smith Orthodontics know that parents want to do what's best for their children, and we will work with them to make this happen. Please give us a call today to schedule an orthodontic consultation, and let us help your child begin the journey to a gorgeous smile!

Orthodontic fun facts, from R. Scott Smith Orthodontics

Everyone loves fun facts. Fun, fun, fun! The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that our team at R. Scott Smith Orthodontics thought you might enjoy.

• There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18.
• The first mechanical treatment for correcting irregular teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79).The American Association of Orthodontists is comprised of more than 12,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad.
• The time required to complete orthodontic treatment ranges from 12 to 36 months depending on the nature and severity of the problem.
• Of the 160,000 dentists in the United States and Canada, 8,000 are practicing orthodontists.
• The cement that attaches the braces to the teeth is now made with a special fluoride-releasing substance.
• Wires activated by body heat used in today's braces originally were developed by NASA for use in the space program.
• In addition to alleviating or preventing physical health problems, orthodontics can boost self-esteem as treatment aligns teeth, jaws and lips.
• Famous orthodontic patients include: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Hale Irwin, Cher, Diana Ross, Phyllis Diller, Chelsea Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Daisy Fuentes and Brandi.

Connect with the Braces Brigade!

At R Scott Smith Orthodontics, our patients want to get as much out of their treatment as possible. That includes asking a lot of questions and making sure they take care of both their appliances and oral health.

Would you like to learn more about what to expect during orthodontic treatment, from someone with firsthand experience? Well, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recently developed the Braces Brigade blog, where past, present, as well as future orthodontic patients from coast to coast document their (or their child’s) orthodontic journeys. The blog will serve as a source of guidance for others as the patients undergo orthodontic care.

Our team at R Scott Smith Orthodontics encourages you to visit the Braces Brigade blog to read these great and informative blogs—who knows, maybe you’ll learn a thing or two! As always, don’t hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions about the Braces Brigade or your own orthodontic treatment with Dr. Smith and Dr. Raney!

Happy Birthday Marion, our Dental Hygienist and Clinical Supervisor!

Dr. R. Scott Smith, Dr. Jason Raney and our team would like to wish Marion a very happy birthday!

She has been with R Scott Smith Orthodontics for over 21 years as a Dental Hygienist and Clinical Supervisor. Most likely, she is one of the friendly faces that you have come to recognize at our practice. Thank you so much for your hard work and commitment, Marion! We hope that you're have a great day with friends and family.